Introduction to Public Policy

Prerequisite(s): POLS 101. There exists a need to understand the actions of government and, more importantly, the intentions underlying those actions. In this course, students will develop an understand of what public policy is and how policies help solve social and economic problems facing transnational, federal, state municipal, corporate and non-profit policymakers. Students will develop an in depth understanding of the public policy process, its key institution and actors (such as Congress, legislative groups, the courts, interest groups, the chief executive, administrative agencies, etc.). Students will develop an understanding of the key parameters of public policy formulation, (policy window, agenda setting, implementation, evaluation, law, theories, etc.) and understand the importance of context (political climate, economic, social and technological) in developing efficient policies.

Term 202440 #43142 POLS208
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Location: SCHM 319 (M)
@ 17:30 - 20:00
From 2024-09-04 to 2024-12-20
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21

seats available

14

currently enrolled

35

maximum enrollment
Term 202440 #45606 POLS208
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Lauby-McKinley, Fanny Email View Faculty Courses
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Online Course or no set meeting time
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0

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25

currently enrolled

25

maximum enrollment

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